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HB 858·VA·house

Legal holidays; replaces Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, with Indigenous Peoples' Day.

In CommitteeFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Cousins
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Continued from last session

Jul 21, 2026

Summary

The bill removes Columbus Day, observed on the second Monday in October, and designates Indigenous Peoples’ Day in its place as an official state holiday. This updates the state’s holiday schedule for government offices, schools, and other public institutions. It reflects a shift to recognize Indigenous peoples.

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